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When you are a single person or even a family that has to travel somewhere and the dog can’t go, you still need to take care of the dog. You can’t just shrug and walk out of the house! Dogs will need to have other arrangements made for them in your absence. There are several options for taking care...

Bringing a dog in to the house is fun. Watching your puppy chew up your favorite pair of shoes is not. In order to start out together on the right foot – and WITH your favorite pair of shoes in tact – there are a few tips you should follow. Not every puppy will come in to your house and behave, so...

When you have man’s best friend in your house, there are a few things to consider in order to give them the best care possible as they age. The better care they have from the day they are brought in your house could mean they live a lot longer of a life. Barring any diseases or genetic conditions...

During the summer months, your pet will require special attention and care. This is especially true if you live in an area that gets really hot. Pets can overheat quickly, and you have to be aware of this so that they can stay healthy during the summer. Make sure that you follow these steps to...

Some people think that cats are great pets to have because they are aloof and require little attention. That isn’t necessarily the case, however. Some cats have an aloof personality, but other cats require and will seek out attention and affection fro their parents. Leaving a cat at home for long...

When you bring a kitten in to your home, you might not realize that with optimum care, it has the potential to live for twenty years! Cats that have healthy genes and ones that are given great care can be healthy for a long time and remain a great companion for you, your spouse or even your kids...

When people think about pets, they usually envision a cute and cuddly kitten or even a sloppy and playful dog. In rare circumstances do they envision a hamster, a rat or even a guinea pig at first thought. Most people assume for the traditional pet first. But what happens if your child is allergic...

That cute and fuzzy kitten you brought in to your house isn’t going to remain that way, believe it or not. It will need some special care and the right conditions in order to have the healthiest life as possible and to live a long time. Whether you got this kitten for yourself, your child or as a...

When you are planning a family outing, you may want to know what the best option is for taking care of your pet. Some people choose to take their pets along, but this is not always possible. When you are flying, it is much harder to take your pets because you have to pay extra to have them go...

Pets can be a great addition to your family, but you really need to make sure that you are getting a pet that is going to mesh well with your children. There are some pets that are simply not suitable for households with small children. The best way to get a pet that will work well in your home...

When you first get a puppy, it is important to make sure that they are vaccinated. There are several vaccines that are necessary to ensure their health while they are growing. Among these, you will find that the two most important are the parvo and distemper vaccines. Talk to your veterinarian...

Fleas and ticks can prove to be a very big issue among cats and dogs. If you know the proper ways to get rid of them, and then prevent further infestation then you are ahead of the game. Make sure that you know how to solve the issue if you are ever faced with it. The first thing that you need...

Having a happy pet is very important to most pet lovers. After all, just meeting their basic needs is not always enough. There are some additional things that they need from you. Make sure that you give your pets everything that they need in order to be healthy and happy in your home. Most...

A lot of people like to save the expense of taking their pets to the groomers and just do the job themselves. While this is a great way to save money, it can also be a headache if you do not know the proper way to bathe and groom your pet. Short haired dogs are the easiest to groom at home, but...

Many people that have pets are realizing that taking care of them is more expensive than they thought. The good news is that there are plenty of ways that you can save money and still take great care of your pet. If you have a budget that you need to stick to, then there are some great ways that...

One thing is for sure when it comes to puppies, and that is the fact that house training them can be very frustrating. If you want to be successful, then you need to learn a little bit more about the different techniques that people find to be effective. The first thing that you need to remember...

Most people will agree that nutrition is a very important part of their life, so why should it be any different for your pets? The truth is that if you ask a veterinarian for their opinion, they will tell you that all pets need to have good nutrition in order to be healthy. Pets, especially dogs...

For any pet parent, they want to have their pet get the best possible care. Whether it is with a trip to the vet or during a stay at a boarding house, your pet needs to have the proper care in order to live a healthy life. For traditional pets, it is easier to get somebody to care for your pet for...

Bringing a puppy in to your house is a fun time. There is all of the wet puppy kisses to enjoy, you get to have fun playing with all the new toys and it is just so cute to look at. Until it chews up shoes, the trash, they couch and wets on the floor when you aren’t looking. Sounds like a bit of...

When you have a family with small kids, it is very tempting to run out and get them the first fuzzy, cuddly and cute looking pet you run across. Because doesn’t every kid need a pet to take care of? Sure, every kid would like to have a pet, but that doesn't mean it is possible or feasible for your...